Painter

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Painter to perform interior and exterior painting for 37 residence halls and 400 family apartments. The role requires readiness to handle a range of painting tasks, with a sign-on bonus available and adherence to a 40-hour work week.

The position supports Housing Support teams within Building Services and involves working in a large campus environment, requiring a valid NC driver’s license and ability to meet essential duties in a

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High school diploma or equivalency.
• Experience in painting in commercial or institutional settings is preferred.
• Ability to work in a large, occupied university environment and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain appearance of residence halls and apartment interiors/exteriors through scraping, patching, priming and painting.
• Color match, blend surfaces and prepare surfaces prior to painting.
• Work hours may include evenings or overtime to meet deadlines.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Painting experience

Color matching

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Department

Bldg Svcs-HMaint-Paint-245412

Career Area

Facilities and Skilled Trades

Is this an internal only recruitment?

No

Posting Open Date

08/21/2026

Application Deadline

08/31/2026

Position Type

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Facility Maint Tech - Bldg Trd - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent

NC06 / GN06

Working Title

Painter

Position Number

00034485, 00037470

Vacancy ID

P021312

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week

40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; or 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. depending on shop needs.

Work Location

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$42,935 - $57,922

Pay Band Information

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Notice to Applicants

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Building Services provide full maintenance and repair services for all UNC facilities and ensure the proper operation of those facilities in support of the UNC mission of teaching, research and public service. Building Services supports more than 400 campus buildings with approximately 18 million gross square feet of space. The teams that provide quality maintenance, repair and construction services that support the teaching, research, and public service mission of the University include Campus Maintenance, EMCS, Facilities Operations Support, Housing Support, HVAC Systems, and Life Safety Services. Housing Support is an effective team of employees providing maintenance and repair services, including a safe and secure environment for the 9000 students living in 37 residence halls and 700 apartments. Trade skills include cabinetmaking, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, electronics, sheet metal, roofing, painting and HVAC. We identify, estimate, plan and complete minor facility renovation projects via our own Housing Support internal shops, Facilities Services Construction Shops, and/or private contractors. We provide year-round, 24-hour customer service to our resident students and Housing staff. Housing Support also conducts all scheduled facility maintenance inspections within its facilities. This unit is the primary point of contact for the residence halls and dispatches the request to the appropriate shop.

Position Summary

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $4,081 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE: $2,040.50 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $2,040.50 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

This recruitment is for two (2) Facility Maint Tech – BldgTrd – Journey positions (00034485, 00037470). By applying, you will be considered for both positions.

This Painter position maintains the appearance of 37 residence halls and 400 family apartments that house nearly 9,000 residents and performs interior and exterior painting functions which include scraping, patching, priming and painting or staining.

Must possess a valid NC Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one prior to hire.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Management Preferences

• Ability to demonstrate great teamwork and communication skills with co-workers and Housing staff.
• Proven journey-level experience in commercial or institutional painting.
• Ability to work efficiently within a large, occupied university.
• Ability to color match, blend, and surface preparation.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Must possess a valid NC Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one prior to hire.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods of time, work from a lift, navigate stairs and climb ladders; work in small tight spaces and bend, stoop and crawl to complete work; move objects weighing up to 50 pounds; work under stressful conditions that have critical timelines (deadlines); and ability to work with small hand tools.

Ability to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of essential (mandatory) University operations even when adverse weather or other emergency events, including a public health emergency that may require the University to close.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Night work occasionally, On-call, Overtime occasionally, Valid NC Driver’s License, Weekend work occasionally

Special Instructions

**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS

The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including but not limited to the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act.

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.

This recruitment is for two (2) Facility Maint Tech – BldgTrd – Journey positions (00034485, 00037470). By applying, you will be considered for both positions.